Project Manual 0018-4 sr (2).pdf

This Project Manual is a technical specification document for the City of Houston's FY 2027 Ditch Re-establishment (DRE) Work Order Contract #1, which solicits qualified bidders to provide construction services for restoring roadside drainage infrastructure throughout the City of Houston. The scope of work encompasses re-establishing and re-grading existing ditches, driveway and culvert repairs or replacements, vegetation management, and removal of trash and debris to reduce flooding risks and maintain drainage system performance. This work-order based contract covers multiple locations throughout the City and is designed to address drainage system deficiencies on a priority basis. The manual provides detailed technical requirements, specifications, and standards that contractors must adhere to when performing the authorized work.

The document establishes technical standards and performance criteria for ditch restoration activities, including specifications for grading, material requirements, and construction methodologies. Specific pricing terms, bid submission deadlines, site visit requirements, and formal bidder's meetings are to be referenced in the formal solicitation documents. As a work-order contract, compensation will be based on unit prices or fixed rates for authorized work tasks, with the City retaining the ability to issue multiple work orders throughout the contract period. The contract is intended to provide the City with flexible, on-demand access to qualified contractors for ongoing drainage maintenance and restoration needs across its service area.